Chinese Pictograms(revised Version): The Pictographic Evolution & Graphic Creation of Hanzi

This book breaks the boundary between culture, art, and design by means of integrating the historical and cultural knowledge of Chinese characters with graphic designs. It offers a concise introduction of the invention and development of Chinese characters; teases out the glyphic characteristics and rules for creating different calligraphic styles; visualizes the glyphic evolution of 132 commonly used characters; and analyzes a selection of over 60 outstanding type designs of renowned designers. It will enable designers to maximize the expression value of Chinese characters in visuals!

Author: SendPoints
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Sendpoints
Published: 04/23/2019
Pages: 240
Weight: 2.95lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.90d
ISBN: 9789887928492